Activities at The Conference
Welcome Reception
Napa Wine Train
Wednesday, April 10 | 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Napa Wine Train | 1275 McKinstry St, Napa, CA 94559
Take a decadent journey aboard the elegant vintage train through the Napa Valley and back to another time: the glamorous days of rail travel. Embrace a slower pace and dine in sophisticated comfort in a stylishly refurbished antique Pullman rail car.
Elevate your experience with their Master Sommelier tasting and discover the flavors of Napa Valley legends: Far Niente, Opus One, and BV, Georges De Latour.
Includes
2-hour train journey, departing at 6:20 p.m. for dinner
Dinner experience includes travel from Napa to Rutherford and return
Multiple course gourmet meal
Event Schedule
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Check-In
6:00 pm - 6:20 pm Train Boarding
6:20 pm - 8:30 pm Train Journey
Please note: In order to access the shuttle service, all Napa Wine Train event participants must complete a shuttle waiver prior to their arrival.
Iron Chef Takedown
Wednesday, April 10 | 11:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Grand Reserve at the Meritage, Food & Wine Center
The ultimate team-building event with bragging rights on the line. Your group will be divided into teams and tasked to create the best dish to accompany Chef Vincent Lesage’s meal. With just 30 minutes, teams must quickly strategize and work together to serve up the winning dish to impress the chef.
Included in the Class
Chef select menu
Taste of your teams’ featured dishes
Recipe card to take home
Fully-equipped kitchen and tools
Experienced and professional event staff
Cost
$150 per participant.
Not included with Conference Registration. Limited to 20 participants.
Masquerade Gala & Celebration
Thursday, April 11 | 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Estate Cave at the Meritage
Embark on an enchanting evening of mystery and elegance at UnitedAg's 44th Annual Masquerade Gala within The Meritage's Estate Cave. Join us for a night of sophistication, adorned in captivating masks, as we celebrate in style.
Unveil the magic of the night, create lasting memories, and enjoy a gala experience like no other. This unforgettable celebration blends tradition and sophistication immersed in the rich heritage of Napa Valley.
Schedule
6:00 pm - 6:30 pm Reception
6:30 pm - 10:00 pm Gala
Included in Conference Registration.
A la carte pricing is available for additional guests for $300 per person. To purchase tickets, email mochoa@unitedag.org.
Dress Code: Black Tie Attire
Annual AEF Silent Auction
Join us this year for the much-anticipated Annual AEF Silent Auction! Explore a variety of coveted items, ranging from cutting-edge electronics to high-end designer goods and beyond, all while contributing to Agribusiness Education Foundation’s (AEF) mission to advance the educational goals of members, their employees and their employees’ dependents. Since 1989, UnitedAg has awarded over $1.8 million in grants to over 1,100 students seeking educational, post-secondary and vocational funding.
